Photo Transfer To create my photo transfer pieces, I start with a wood panel or canvas and then apply a layer of metal leaf or paint. On top of that I do the photo transfer. In some cases the photo is printed directly, otherwise I do what is called a Gel Transfer. There are many ways to transfer photos and I won’t begin to describe them all, the fun part is in the experimentation. On top of the photo layer I pour clear polyurethane, epoxy, and acrylic resins mixed with various pigments and metallic elements.I like the idea of using modern technologies such as digital photo editing software in combination with ageless materials and techniques for a “modern/antique” look. Resin Infusing pigments, oxides, and minerals into clear liquid polymer and allowing gravity to do its work, colors and textures flow and fuse in unique formations. This method of working I call Zatori style. I use canvas, cement, metal, wood, and sheets of Sintra (PVC) as a base for the panels.I was deeply moved by a 2006 movie called "The Fountain" the visuals are outstanding and done without computers. If you see that, you know where I am coming from. I listen to the film soundtrack quite often when I want to go into a meditative phase of my work. That is perhaps my favorite part of what I do. I look forward to becoming adept and experienced enough to be able to work while all my materials and tools "disappear". This has happened to me in my photography work- it is just myself in communion with a natural higher power.